2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2919 mm |
