2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 743 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Sharan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |