2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
