Acura RL vs Chrysler 300M
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Chrysler 300M
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Chrysler 300MBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Chrysler 300MBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $29,185 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Chrysler 300MBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 17 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Chrysler 300MBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 250 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 250 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Chrysler 300MBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 16.8 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,581 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in | 197.8 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 74.4 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Chrysler 300MBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Chrysler 300M |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $29,185 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | Special $32,615 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Chrysler 300M FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Chrysler 300M?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2004 Chrysler 300M on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Chrysler 300M?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Chrysler 300M starts lower at $29,185.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Chrysler 300M?
- The 2004 Chrysler 300M leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,185).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Chrysler 300M?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2004 Chrysler 300M?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).