2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
