2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (713 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |