2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 476 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
