2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 526 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Tiguan | Ram |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2790 mm |
