2011 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
