2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 678 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |