2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 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 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 152 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 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 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2010 Volkswagen Citi
Make Dodge Volkswagen
Model Ram Citi
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 76.7 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 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 49 L


 

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