2004 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
