2001 Audi TT vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | TT | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |
