1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
