2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
