2008 Acura TL vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
