2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1880 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 |
