2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2002 Dodge Ram and 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 635 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Ram | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5212 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 125 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2470 mm |