2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
