2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Ram | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Ram | LR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |