2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |