2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2512 mm |