2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | B | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
