2002 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
