2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Opel GT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel GT. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel GT has manual transmission. 2008 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
