2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 881 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1056 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | V Sixteen | Defender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2800 mm |
