2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
