2014 Acura ILX vs. 2014 Chrysler 300
In comparing the 2014 Acura ILX's and the 2014 Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Acura ILX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2014 Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Acura ILX's and the 2014 Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Chrysler 300 is a better car than the 2014 Acura ILX.
2014 Acura ILX vs. 2014 Chrysler 300 Pricing
A used 2014 Acura ILX ranges from $9,495 to $18,996 while a used 2014 Chrysler 300 is priced between $8,985 to $20,597.
2014 Acura ILX vs. 2014 Chrysler 300 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2014 Acura ILX loses 48 percent of its value and the 2014 Chrysler 300 loses 51.3 percent of its value. This means the 2014 Acura ILX retains 3.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2014 Chrysler 300.
2014 Acura ILX vs. 2014 Chrysler 300 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura ILX is 8.7 out of 10 while the Chrysler 300's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Acura ILX being ranked 5 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Chrysler 300 being ranked 6 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
2014 Acura ILX vs. 2014 Chrysler 300 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura ILX is 7.7 out of 10. For the Chrysler 300 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Chrysler 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura ILX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Acura ILX’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the 2014 Chrysler 300 base engine makes 292 horsepower. The ILX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles.This gives the 2014 Acura ILX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2014 Chrysler 300 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2014 Chrysler 300, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2014 Acura ILX, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2014 Acura ILX has higher safety ratings than the 2014 Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9495 - 18996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479988
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8985 - 20597
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.512931
Acura ILX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.666666 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chrysler 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.696856 / 10
Reliability:
8.490567 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura ILX Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
34 out of / 36Chrysler 300 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 4Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Acura ILX Trim Levels
2.0L, 2.0L w/Premium, 2.0L w/Tech, 2.4L w/Premium
2014 Chrysler 300 Trim Levels
Base, C, C John Varvatos Limited Edition, C John Varvatos Luxury, S, SRT8, SRT8 Core
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
140 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 31 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2910 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4029 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
198.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R17