2011 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Durango | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
