2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango 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 74 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 66 L |