2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | TL | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |