2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2000 Renault P55
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault P55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault P55 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Renault P55. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault P55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 938 kg more than 2000 Renault P55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault P55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault P55. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault P55. 2000 Renault P55 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault P55 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2000 Renault P55 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | P55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
