2010 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Caddy and 2010 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 347 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Caddy | Ram |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |