2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 805 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
