2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 395 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
