2006 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
