2000 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2000 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4080 mm |
