2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 511 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |