2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 532 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Sebring | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
