2001 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | Durango |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1819 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |