2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen W12. (620 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | W12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
