2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 66 L |
