1998 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz C and 1998 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | C | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |