1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 307 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | ML | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
