2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 138 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
