2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dakota | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |