2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | E420 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |