1994 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
