1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 581 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (468 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | SLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 563 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2680 mm |
