2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
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 (509 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
