2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. 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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 2006 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
