2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1849 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
