2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. 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 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
