2009 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
