2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | SL | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |