2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | SL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
