2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S4 2006 Dodge Ram
Make Audi Dodge
Model S4 Ram
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 4703 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 2520 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 132 L


 

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