2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
