2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
