2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 307 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |