2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
