2007 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
