2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 722 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | SLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
