2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
