2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 244 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |