2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Dodge Stratus
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Dodge Stratus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A8 | Stratus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |