2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. 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 CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 474 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |