2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
