2008 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
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 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A5 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |
