2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
