2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1352 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
