1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 578 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
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1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S8 | Durango |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |