2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 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 65 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |