2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S4.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
