2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 352 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 864 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Ram 2005 Vauxhall Omega
Make Dodge Vauxhall
Model Ram Omega
Year Released 2005 2005
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 142 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 691 Nm 209 Nm
Vehicle Weight 2472 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2740 mm


 

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