2006 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
