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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 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 811 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 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |