2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Dodge Stratus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Dodge Stratus
Make Audi Dodge
Model A8 Stratus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2424 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 217 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1443 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 61 L


 

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