2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A8 | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |