2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | Viano | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
