2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 823 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Dodge Land Rover
Model Charger Range Rover
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 4396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 2515 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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