2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (258 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Dodge Magnum
Make Audi Dodge
Model A4 Magnum
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2737 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 258 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1749 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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