2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 1043 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2002 Jaguar XJR 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. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJR | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |