2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (510 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | E500 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
