2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 493 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
