2002 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A2 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A2 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |