2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Ram | Insignia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2737 mm |