2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Marauder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |