1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 786 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3220 mm |