2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |