2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 417 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 530 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |