2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2343 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 | 13 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 102 L |
