2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
