2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2912 mm |
