2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |