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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 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 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 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 Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5653 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2668 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 62 L


 

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