2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
