2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Touareg | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3569 mm |