2009 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
