2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
