2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.

Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Dakota SLR McLaren
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3687 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 641 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 821 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 92 mm
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 3330 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L