2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
