2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 5789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 88 L |