1996 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 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 (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 319 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 | 1450 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
