2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 753 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Eos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
