2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 225 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 452 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Scirocco. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 200 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1404 mm |
