2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
