2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 699 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
