2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |