2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 734 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
