1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 537 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Statesman | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |