2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 618 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
