2000 Chrysler Howler vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Howler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Howler would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Howler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Howler (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Howler should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Howler.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Howler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2000 Chrysler Howler (408 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Howler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Howler | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Howler | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
