2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Chrysler | Audi |
Model | 300 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |