2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 477 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | CLK | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 574 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 93 L |