2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300

To start off, both 2008 Audi RS6 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi RS6 2008 Chrysler 300
Make Audi Chrysler
Model RS6 300
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5652 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.7 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1873 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 73 L


 

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