2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
