2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | Viano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |