2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 119 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Dakota CLS
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 4964 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 89 L


 

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