2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | GL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
