2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dakota | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |