2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 7 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 303 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Ram | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 712 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |