2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 3 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (713 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Ram | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |
