2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
