2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | G |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
