2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 859 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
