2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1805 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |