2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
