2004 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
