2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (494 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 892 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
