1997 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 870 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | Integra | Defender |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
