2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
