2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (303 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
