2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Ram and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
