2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 A6 (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
