2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |
