1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | G |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |