2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 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 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
