2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | RS6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
