2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 303 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |
