2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 838 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Charger | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
