2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (319 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | CLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |