2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Dodge Durango. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Durango | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Durango | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |