2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2011 Dodge Dakota
Make Audi Dodge
Model A4 Dakota
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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