2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 7 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2699 mm |
