2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
