2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
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 Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 949 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Lupo. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 34 L |
