2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 113 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | Defender | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
