2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |