2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 548 kg more than 2007 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | S4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
