2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
