2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 936 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |