2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
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 Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 826 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Eos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 55 L |
