2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
