2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 4 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 383 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (691 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Ram | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |
