2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
