2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1533 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (509 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
