2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1154 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |