2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 284 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 96 L |