2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1443 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 96 L |
