2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
