2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 633 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | E | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
