2004 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3935 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 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 | 1940 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
