2008 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 Audi S3 and 2008 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S3. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S3. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S3 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
