2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Dakota and 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (286 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (511 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
