2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, both vehicles can yield 510 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |