2006 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 472 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S4 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |