2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
