2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 859 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
