2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | 190 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
