2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
