2004 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
