2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |
