2009 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
