2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ram | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1997 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |