2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RL | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |