2012 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 200 (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
