2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 967 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. 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 (691 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
