2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
