1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
