2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
