2007 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram.
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 S8 (541 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
