2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 922 kg more than 2004 Opel 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 (691 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
