2005 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| 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 | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 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 |
