2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |