2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 558 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (509 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Ram | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 93 L |
