2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 6 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 226 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | CLC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
