2007 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
