2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
