2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 626 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Ram (447 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (439 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Ram | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2550 mm |
