2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 101 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.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Charger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |