2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
