1998 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra 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 801 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.

Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura Integra 2007 Land Rover Defender
Make Acura Land Rover
Model Integra Defender
Year Released 1998 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1835 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 120 HP
Torque 174 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2040 mm


 

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