2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 747 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.
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 (510 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
