2008 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
