2009 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
