2005 Audi S8 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 S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1692 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
