2009 Audi TT vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
