2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XKA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XKA | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2082 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
