2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
