2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |