2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | ML | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
