2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |