2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 484 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Durango | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | GL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |