2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |