2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1342 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2560 mm |
