2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
