2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 560 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |