2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (732 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
