2002 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 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 (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 818 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
