2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |