1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | S | Durango |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
