2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
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 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 43 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 549 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |