2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 727 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2992 mm |
