2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Defender | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |