2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (345 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Audi RS4.
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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | RS4 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |
