2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (360 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
