2005 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1691 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |
