2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1268 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Superb. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Defender | Superb |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |