2000 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
