2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
