2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 (732 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Ram | Freelander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |