2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
