2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 551 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
