2007 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1999 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6450 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
