2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
