2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1363 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
