2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
