2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 837 kg more than 2012 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Ram | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |