1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 526 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |