1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 429 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |