2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Ram | R8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |