2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
