1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Defender | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
