2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
