2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 5 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 495 kg more 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2012 Opel Antara 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. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Ram | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |