2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
