2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
