1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
Model | Freelander | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |