2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
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 W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen W12. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | W12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
