2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.

Because 2005 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Chrysler 300
Make Audi Chrysler
Model A6 300
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 525 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1878 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 71 L


 

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