1999 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Omega | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
