1993 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 549 kg more than 1993 Audi V8.
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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1993 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | V8 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
