2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
