2009 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, both 2009 Audi S6 and 2009 Dodge Journey were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Journey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |
