2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 538 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 504 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
