2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 888 kg more than 2011 Audi S3.
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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | S3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
