2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
