2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |