2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 685 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 SL. 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 SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
