2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Sharan 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 182 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |