2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |