1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 592 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Touran |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
