2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |