2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 792 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |