1999 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ 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 345 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJ | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
