2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 398 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Audi A4 2013 Dodge CHARGER
Make Audi Dodge
Model A4 CHARGER
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1883 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3052 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L