2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
