2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 326 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
