1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
