2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 800 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 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 96 L |