2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Ram | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |
