2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 647 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 97 L |