2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 973 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender. 2002 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XKR | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 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 | 6150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |