2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | Q7 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |