2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 88 L |