1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dakota | S6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2847 mm |