2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. (171 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | 200 CONVERTIBLE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2089 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
