2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 294 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 955 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 280 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |