2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
