2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Durango 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Durango CLS
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 80 L


 

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