2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 508 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |
