2008 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
