2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Dakota | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
