2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 776 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | X-Type | Defender |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |