2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 ZAZ Tavrija
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 ZAZ Tavrija. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 ZAZ Tavrija 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 69 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1963 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. 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 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 ZAZ Tavrija | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZAZ |
| Model | Defender | Tavrija |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
