2008 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
