2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |