2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Audi A6

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.

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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2002 Audi A6
Make Dodge Audi
Model Ram A6
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 70 L


 

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