1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |