2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3701 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
