2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 319 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
