2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 416 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Ram | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | S4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
