2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Ram and 2004 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1554 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
