2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 657 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | E | Ram |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2537 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
