2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Dodge Opel
Model Ram Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 61 L


 

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