2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
