2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
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 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 280 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 1538 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Land Rover | Marcos |
Model | Defender | TSO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |