Land Rover Defender vs Porsche 718

Porsche 718 Price starts at Rs. 1.47 Crore which is Rs. 43.82 Lakh costlier than base model of Land Rover Defender priced at Rs. 1.03 Crore. The claimed mileage of Land Rover Defender (Diesel Model) is 14.01 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Porsche 718 (Petrol Model) is 9.17 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Land Rover Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine , while Porsche 718 (Top Model) is powered by 1988 cc engine. The Comparison Land Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X vs Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Defender vs 718

Key Highlights Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X718 Cayman GT4 RS
Engine Type 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV naturally aspirated boxer engine
Max Power 296bhp@4000rpm 493.49bhp@8400rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 11.4 Kmpl 9.17 Kmpl
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Basic Info Land Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 XPorsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS
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Brand Name Land Rover Porsche
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.57 Crore Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.74 Crore Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2997 cc 3997 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars Convertible,Luxury,CoupeAll SUV Cars
Max Power 296bhp@4000rpm 493.49bhp@8400rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed AT 7-Speed
Drive Type AWD RWD
Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Porsche 718 Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 11.4 Kmpl 9.17 Kmpl
Tyre Size 255/60 R20 245/35 ZR20, 295/30 ZR20
Boot Space ... 150 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 3,03,709 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 5,30,871 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 6.34 Lakh Defender Insurance Rs. 10.87 Lakh 718 Insurance
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Engine Type
3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
naturally aspirated boxer engine
Engine Displacement
2997 cc
3997 cc
Max Power
296bhp@4000rpm
493.49bhp@8400rpm
Max Torque
650Nm@1500rpm
450Nm@6750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed AT
7-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
MPFI
Kerb Weight
2550 Kg
1415 Kg
Bore X Stroke
...
102.0 x 81.5mm
Turbo Charger
Twin
...

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
0-100 kmph
7.5 Sec
4.4 Sec
Fuel Capacity
90 Liters
64 Liters
Top Speed
191 Km/h
304 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
11.4 Kmpl
9.17 Kmpl

Suspension Front
2
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
Disc
Aluminium monobloc Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Aluminium monobloc Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Minimum Turning Radius
...
11.4 m
Tyre Size
255/60 R20
245/35 ZR20, 295/30 ZR20
Tyre Type
...
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
...
Sport Steering Wheel, Ascending Centre Console Three Round Instruments With The Rev Counters Positioned in The Centre, 4.6 inch Colour Screen, Sport Tex Leather Interior Puristic Black,
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
2
Doors
5
2
Boot Space
...
150 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
...
lightweight, stainless steel sports exhaust system with rear silencer and two clearly separated stainless steel tailpipes, the black plastic airbox with a silver-coloured 'GT4 RS' logo, Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (O), Sports exhaust system, Headlight Cleaning System, Porsche Dynamic Light System,
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
5099*2008*1970 mm3
4456*1994*1269 mm3
Wheelbase
3022 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
219 mm
128 mm

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
...
7-inch multi-touch screen, USB, Bluetooth, Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including mobile phone preparation and Sound Package Plus, It comprises six loudspeakers and a total output of 110 watts, amplifier integrated into PCM optimally adapts, BOSE® Surround Sound System, Burmester® High-End Surround Sound System, two SD card readers are provided in addition to the CD/DVD drive for playback of your personal music, Connect Plus module enables use of the wide range of Porsche Connect services, Porsche Connect offers two smartphone apps. The first, Porsche Car Connect, lets you use your smartphone or Apple Watch® to retrieve vehicle data and remotely control selected vehicle functions.
Connectivity
...
SD Card Reader
Addtional Comfort Features
...
Porsche Active Suspension Management, Porsche Doppelkupplung, Front Door Armrest, Integrated Headrest,
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Rear Curtain
...
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
...
Porsche Communication System, 7 incg Touchscreen Display, Porsche Car Connect App and Connect App
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
...
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
...
Not Available
Drive Modes
...
Internal Storage
...
No of Speakers
...
6
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
...
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Standard
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
...
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Airbags and Porsche Side Impact Protection System, Sensors continuously monitor the direction, speed, yaw velocity and lateral acceleration of the car, Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) including rear differential lock., Porsche Torque Vectoring,Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake,Head Airbag,Roll Over Protectio
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Both
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
...

SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Live Location
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Live Weather
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Land Rover Defender
  • It's bigger
  • better and easier to live with. Up to date tech. Comfier
  • upmarket interiors.
Land Rover Defender
  • Not as cushy a ride as it's other stablemates. Might take the self satisfaction out of off-roading for the hard-core enthusiast.

Is Porsche 718 Better Than Land Rover Defender?

100% users have chosen Porsche 718 over Land Rover Defender in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 113 users have also rated Porsche 718 and Land Rover Defender on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Porsche 718 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your car. But Land Rover Defender is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Defender 718
Mileage 4.1 4.3
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 4.8 4.8
Maintenance 3.2 4.1
Safety 4.6 4.8
Features 4.6 4.7
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Land Rover Defender Vs Porsche 718 FAQs

Which car is best between Land Rover Defender vs Porsche 718?
As per the users experiences Land Rover Defender is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Porsche 718 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Land Rover Defender vs Porsche 718?
The Land Rover Defender is cheaper than Porsche 718 by Rs. 1.17 Crore.
Which car has better mileage Land Rover Defender vs Porsche 718?
The Land Rover Defender delivers better mileage 11.4 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Land Rover Defender vs Porsche 718?
For the 3.0 l Diesel 130 X version, 2997 cc Diesel engine of Defender produces 296bhp@4000rpm of power and 650Nm@1500rpm of torque. Whereas for the Cayman GT4 RS version, 3997 cc Petrol engine of 718 produces 493.49bhp@8400rpm of power and 450Nm@6750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Land Rover Defender has better performance.

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