2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Chrysler | Acura |
Model | 300 | RL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |