1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 15 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 595 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | SLK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4134 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |