2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Dodge Challenger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A8 | Challenger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |