1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 286 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 258 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3042 mm |
