2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
