2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 4 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 (549 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
