1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.

Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Duna 2007 Land Rover Defender
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model Duna Defender
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 0 HP
Torque 105 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1950 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2800 mm


 

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