2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 998 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJ220 | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 1077 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |