2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 658 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |