2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 711 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
