2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
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 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |