2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
