2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |