2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. Both 2001 Jaguar X-Type and 2006 Land Rover Defender are equipped with a 2,495 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 2001 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | X-Type | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |