Audi A6 2004 vs Chrysler Sebring 2003
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.7 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Audi A6) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Chrysler Sebring) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain and belt | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 225 HP | 203 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 262 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
|
Audi A6 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A6 engine produces 22 HP more power than Chrysler Sebring, whereas torque is 188 NM more than Chrysler Sebring. Thanks to more power Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 10.2 | |
|
The Audi A6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Audi A6 consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler Sebring, which means that by driving the Audi A6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 270 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 580 km in combined cycle | |
| 1230 km on highway | 730 km on highway | ||
| Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
|
Audi A6 has 4x4: The vehicle features full-time Quattro IV all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential and electronic traction control, which operates at speeds up to 40 km/h (25 mph) and applies braking to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differentials. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 470'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 3 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Volkswagen Phaeton | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Chrysler 300C, Chrysler 300M, Dodge Intrepid | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Chrysler Sebring might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi A6 2004 3.0 engine: The car engine may require significant maintenance and part replacements as mileage increases. Between 200,000 and 300,000 km, the costly timing chain might need replacement, while the drive belt has a shorter ... More about Audi A6 2004 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.39 m | |
|
Audi A6 is larger. Audi A6 is 8 cm longer than the Chrysler Sebring, 7 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 546 litres | 455 litres | |
|
Audi A6 has more luggage capacity. Audi A6 has 91 litres more trunk space than the Chrysler Sebring. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.8 metres more than that of the Chrysler Sebring, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`345 | 1`990 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 3200 | 1000 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Audi A6 has
|
Chrysler Sebring has
| |