2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
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 SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
