2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Audi R8

To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi R8.

Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (429 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Ram 2010 Audi R8
Make Dodge Audi
Model Ram R8
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 8277 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 713 Nm 429 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1252 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 26.1 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 90 L