2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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 (691 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (580 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
