1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Ram | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
