2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 380 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2008 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
