2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 382 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
