2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (691 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
