2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 777 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Ram | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
