1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 787 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S8 | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |