2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CL | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
