2011 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 824 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | GL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
