2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1422 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | E | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
