2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 247 kg more than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
Model | Defender | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |