2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 782 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Phaeton | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
