2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2005 Jaguar XJ 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. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJ | Defender |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |