2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |