2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram 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 2003 Dodge Ram. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Ram | Defender |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |