2008 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
