2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 664 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.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dakota | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |