2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Audi S3.
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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S3. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | S3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
