2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 698 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
