2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 356 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 (691 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
