2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 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 (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
