2005 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 493 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
