2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
