2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
