2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 667 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |