1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Intimidator | Defender |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
