2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2003 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 G (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
