2006 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2002 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
