2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Audi RS6.
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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | RS6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
