2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Durango and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 96 L |