2010 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 588 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | E | Ram |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2873 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 121 L |