1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 420 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
