2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
