2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2708 mm |
