2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |