2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (124 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |