2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
