2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 358 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
