2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | RS6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
