2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
