2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 211 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |