2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 331 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 698 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
