2000 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1767 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 R8 (339 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
