1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
