2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2010 Opel Insignia and 2010 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Insignia | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Insignia | Ram |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2900 mm |