2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
