2012 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. 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 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (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 TOWN & COUNTRY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A8 | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5268 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3122 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
