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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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 | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-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 |
