2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S8 | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |