2009 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TSX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TSX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
