2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota

To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 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 5,199 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota.

Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S8 2008 Dodge Dakota
Make Audi Dodge
Model S8 Dakota
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5199 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors


 

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