2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 739 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |