2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |