2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 297 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 88 L |
