2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2001 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | Q7 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
