2009 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 896 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will offer significantly more control. 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 JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |