2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
