2005 Audi TT vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2005 Audi TT 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.

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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi TT 2004 Dodge Dakota
Make Audi Dodge
Model TT Dakota
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2850 mm


 

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