2002 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 1928 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
