2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 712 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Eos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
