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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 924 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 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 | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
