1993 Audi S2 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 Audi S2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S2 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
