2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 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), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 702 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | CLK | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |