2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Ram and 2001 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
