2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Durango and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 239 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Durango | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | ML |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |