2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | S | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |