2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
