2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. 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 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2955 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |