2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |