2006 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |