2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 987 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
