2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2009 Holden Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Colorado (123 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Colorado 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 2009 Holden Colorado. 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) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Colorado. (207 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2009 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Defender | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
