2009 Audi S5 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2009 Audi S5 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 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S5. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
