2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 630 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 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 1461 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saleen S7. 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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 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 | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Saleen |
Model | Defender | S7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2692 mm |