2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 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 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |