2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
