2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
