2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A3 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |