2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |