2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
