2002 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
