2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 233 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Hemi Super 8 | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |