2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
