2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 853 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Touareg | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |