2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 638 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Defender | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3589 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
