2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.

Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover Streetwise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Ram 2005 Rover Streetwise
Make Dodge Rover
Model Ram Streetwise
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4702 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 123 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 50 L


 

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