2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 822 kg more than 1997 Rover 600.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 600. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Defender | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
