2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 494 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | CLK | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |