2002 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A8 | Charger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |