2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
