2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2820 mm |
