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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 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 Dodge Ram weights approximately 738 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (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 CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 4700 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |