2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Ram | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 827 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 93 L |