2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A3 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |