2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 433 kg more than 2012 Audi A7.
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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2012 Audi A7 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Durango | A7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |