2011 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2011 Acura TSX and 2011 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX, 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Acura TSX | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | TSX | 300 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
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 | 201 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |