2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3050 mm |
