2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
