2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 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 163 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
