2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 81 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1793 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |