2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 5 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Audi Allroad. (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Allroad. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Allroad. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2000 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Allroad | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
