2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango.
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 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3122 mm |
