2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | A8 | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |