2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
Make Audi Chrysler
Model A4 Crossfire
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3296 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 235 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1407 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L