2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Dodge Ram
Make Audi Dodge
Model A4 Ram
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 5653 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2440 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 132 L


 

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