2007 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 588 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
