2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1538 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 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 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |