2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 170 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.
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 A8 (650 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
