2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 569 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.
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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
