2002 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2002 Audi A2 and 2002 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A2 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A2 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |