2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 121 L |