2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | Q7 | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 102 L |