1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
