1995 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 467 kg more than 1995 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
