1992 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 738 kg more than 1992 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | Defender |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
