2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota

To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 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 4,161 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 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S4 2008 Dodge Dakota
Make Audi Dodge
Model S4 Dakota
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3701 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 5200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 83 L


 

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