2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Ram | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |
