2002 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
