1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Durango and 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (185 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | SLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
