2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 637 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (691 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
