2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |
