2008 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
