2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2912 mm |
