2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
