2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |