1996 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 534 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
