2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 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 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A8 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |