2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Audi A5.
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 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Dakota | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |