2009 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
