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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 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 | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
