2006 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (451 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
