Is it time to level up your outdoor adventures near Rio Rancho and Santa Rosa? Then, you will need an adventure-ready vehicle, like the 2024 Defender or the 2024 Ford Bronco. Between these SUVs, which one should you ultimately go for? Let’s take a closer look at their performance, body style options, and seating capacities in the following new Ford Bronco vs. Defender guide! 

2024 Defender vs. Ford Bronco: Engine Specs

Both models pack a punch, so you can explore a new park or trail confidently. The Defender has four engine options while the Bronco only has three. Plus, when looking at the Ford Bronco vs. Defender engine specs, the Defender’s V8 engine delivers considerably more power than the top-of-the-line Bronco V6. Here are all of the engine options and their respective specs:

Ford Bronco Engine Options

• 2.3L EcoBoost® 4-Cylinder Engine: 300 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque
• 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 Engine: 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 Engine: 418 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque

Defender Engine Options

• 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Engine (P300 on Defender 90 & 110): 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L Turbocharged 6-Cylinder Engine with Mild Hybrid Drive (P300 on Defender 130): 296 hp and 347 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L Turbocharged 6-Cylinder Engine with Mild Hybrid Drive (P400 SE): 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque
• 5.0L Supercharged V8 Engine: 518 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque

If you like to haul a travel trailer or boat to your adventures near the Gallup area, you’ll love that the Defender has a maximum towing capacity of 8,201 pounds. That’s nearly double the 4,500-pound limit of the Bronco!

2024 Defender vs. Ford Ford Bronco: Body Styles & Seating Capacities

When you choose either one of these SUVs, you have the choice of a two-door or four-door configuration. However, the 2024 Defender offers more versatility in their options by offering higher seating capacities. Whether you will also drive your family around the area or you want more room for your passengers to be comfortable, the Defender’s additional space will make all the difference. View the Ford Bronco vs. Defender body styles and seating capacities below.

Body Styles

• 2024 Ford Bronco: Offers a two-door and a four-door model.
• 2024 Defender: Offers a two-door, a four-door, and an extended wheelbase four-door model.

Seating Capacity

• 2024 Ford Bronco: Capable of seating up to four in the two-door models and up to five in the four-door models.
• 2024 Defender: Capable of seating up to six passengers in the Defender 90, seven passengers in the Defender 110, and eight passengers in the Defender 130 extended wheelbase model.

Experience the New Defender at Land Rover Santa Fe

The new Defender is more configurable than the Ford Bronco, allowing you to find a configuration that’s just to your liking in Santa Fe! Enjoy this luxury adventure SUV firsthand when you visit Land Rover Santa Fe. We’ll see you on our showroom floor soon!