2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
