2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 521 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2430 mm |
