2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 381 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
