2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | ML | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1951 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1862 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 121 L |
