2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
