1996 Eagle Vision vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Eagle Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Eagle Vision would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Eagle Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Eagle Vision (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Eagle Vision should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1996 Eagle Vision.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Eagle Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. 1996 Eagle Vision has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Eagle Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Eagle Vision | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Eagle | Land Rover |
| Model | Vision | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
