2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
