2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | R8 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
