2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.
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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 2003 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
Model | Defender | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |