2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2010 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Dakota | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
