2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 735 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | M80 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
