1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
