1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Ram | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |