2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz V 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 96 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
