1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 17 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 170 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dakota | A5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |