2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Opel Zafira 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 196 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Ram | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |