2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |