2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
