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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 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 793 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.
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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Durango |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |