2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Airflite | GTI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
