2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 803 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
