2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
