2005 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
