2008 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2008 Acura TSX and 2008 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TSX | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | TSX | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |