2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Dakota | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
