2006 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
