2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
