2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 409 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Durango | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |