2005 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. 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 2012 Dodge Ram. 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
