2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
