2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.

Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Chrysler 300
Make Audi Chrysler
Model A6 300
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3101 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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