2010 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Accord | 300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
