2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 8 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
