2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | LeMans | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
