2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 571 kg more than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
Model | Range Rover | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |