2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
