2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 820 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |