2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
