2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 753 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CLK | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
