2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 730 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Ram | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |