2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
