2000 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
