2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |