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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | A6 | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |