2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | S | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3220 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
