2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (319 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
