2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 10 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
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 Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Allroad | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
