2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Ram | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Ram | Antara |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |