2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
