2000 Lada Tarzan vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Tarzan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Tarzan would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Lada Tarzan. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Tarzan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1663 kg more than 2000 Lada Tarzan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Tarzan. (117 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Tarzan. 2000 Lada Tarzan has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lada Tarzan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Tarzan | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Tarzan | Defender |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2402 cc |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2708 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |