2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Opel Combo

To start off, both 2012 Dodge Ram and 2012 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.

Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Dodge Ram 2012 Opel Combo
Make Dodge Opel
Model Ram Combo
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 552 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 52 L


 

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