2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 9 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 694 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2000 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 | 280 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2578 mm |
