2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Chrysler | Audi |
Model | 300 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |