2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
