1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | CLS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |