2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | Defender |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
