2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |