1997 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1997 Dodge Ram (804 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Ram | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Ram | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2670 mm |
