2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
