2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1473 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 682 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |