2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
