2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra, 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 52 L |
