2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1599 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |