2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |