Ford Bronco Sasquatch vs. Land Rover Defender 90

Henry Payne
The Detroit News
With 330-horsepower, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can spring across Holly Oaks' Sandbox - or climb its 30-degree hills with dual-locking differentials.
With 330-horsepower, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can spring across Holly Oaks' Sandbox - or climb its 30-degree hills with dual-locking differentials.
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From atop the snowy hills of Holly Oaks, the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 strikes a nice pose in Pangea Green.
From atop the snowy hills of Holly Oaks, the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 strikes a nice pose in Pangea Green.
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The formidable front end of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door includes a 43-degree approach angle thanks to 35-inch tires.
The formidable front end of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door includes a 43-degree approach angle thanks to 35-inch tires.
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The distinctive front end of the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 shares ringed headlights with the Ford Bronco.
The distinctive front end of the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 shares ringed headlights with the Ford Bronco.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door surveys Holly Oaks' 106 acres.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door surveys Holly Oaks' 106 acres.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 surveys Holly Oaks ORV park's 106 acres.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 surveys Holly Oaks ORV park's 106 acres.
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A 12-inch dash screen dominates the handsome horizontal interior of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door.
A 12-inch dash screen dominates the handsome horizontal interior of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 boasts a laundry list of luxury features including 360-degree camera.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 boasts a laundry list of luxury features including 360-degree camera.
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The doors and roof of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can be removed. The hard-top has experienced some leak and discoloring issues.
The doors and roof of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can be removed. The hard-top has experienced some leak and discoloring issues.
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With a Sasquatch package that adds 35-inch tires, twin-locking differentials and touch springs, the rockin' 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can go just about anywhere at Holly Oaks ORV park.
With a Sasquatch package that adds 35-inch tires, twin-locking differentials and touch springs, the rockin' 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can go just about anywhere at Holly Oaks ORV park.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 conquers Holly Oaks' Mt. Magna, but not without a struggle as the 32-inch tires struggled for grip and the electronics controlled throttle input.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 conquers Holly Oaks' Mt. Magna, but not without a struggle as the 32-inch tires struggled for grip and the electronics controlled throttle input.
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Big claws. The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door options a Sasquatch off-road package that includes serious 35-inch Good Year Territory off-road tires.
Big claws. The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door options a Sasquatch off-road package that includes serious 35-inch Good Year Territory off-road tires.
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Playground. The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door in its natural habitat at Holly Oaks ORV park.
Playground. The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door in its natural habitat at Holly Oaks ORV park.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door puts its off-road tools in buttons high on the dash so you can engage what's need at any time.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door puts its off-road tools in buttons high on the dash so you can engage what's need at any time.
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While climbing over rough rocks, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door gives the driver a front-camera view.
While climbing over rough rocks, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door gives the driver a front-camera view.
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A front camera hlep show the way around Holly Oaks ORV park in the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90.
A front camera hlep show the way around Holly Oaks ORV park in the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90.
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Multiple graphics help the driver know which feaures are engaged on the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 driveline. Unlike the Ford Bronco, however, the Defender electronics are undefeatable.
Multiple graphics help the driver know which feaures are engaged on the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 driveline. Unlike the Ford Bronco, however, the Defender electronics are undefeatable.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door options a 360-degree camera for off-roading.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door options a 360-degree camera for off-roading.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door makes rear seat access easy with a seat pull tab.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door makes rear seat access easy with a seat pull tab.
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The digital electronic cockpit of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door is a modern masterpiece offering excellent ergonomics with state-of-the-art off-road tools.
The digital electronic cockpit of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door is a modern masterpiece offering excellent ergonomics with state-of-the-art off-road tools.
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Grab handles, GOAT-mode dial for selecting drive modes and 10-speed tranny are among the tools in the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door console.
Grab handles, GOAT-mode dial for selecting drive modes and 10-speed tranny are among the tools in the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door console.
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The elegant dash of the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 features big useful dials and lots of drive modes.
The elegant dash of the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 features big useful dials and lots of drive modes.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door Advanced model is motivated by a strong 330-horse, 2.7-liter turbo-6 that can hit 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door Advanced model is motivated by a strong 330-horse, 2.7-liter turbo-6 that can hit 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 is stuffed with a 3.0-liter supercharged and turbocharged inline-6 that can spring to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 is stuffed with a 3.0-liter supercharged and turbocharged inline-6 that can spring to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door shows off some fancy graphics in its digital display screen.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door shows off some fancy graphics in its digital display screen.
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King of Mt. Magna. With its gnarly tires and 11.5-inch ground clearance, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door easily cruised to the top of Holly Oaks' difficult hillock.
King of Mt. Magna. With its gnarly tires and 11.5-inch ground clearance, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door easily cruised to the top of Holly Oaks' difficult hillock.
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With a smooth 395-horsepower inline-6 and locking diffs, the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 can tackle Holly Oaks' high-speed trails as well as its tight spots.
With a smooth 395-horsepower inline-6 and locking diffs, the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 can tackle Holly Oaks' high-speed trails as well as its tight spots.
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On road, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door is noisier than the Land Rover Defender thanks to its knobby 35-inch tires and body panels that come be removed.
On road, the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door is noisier than the Land Rover Defender thanks to its knobby 35-inch tires and body panels that come be removed.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door comes with full spare tire hanging off the rear gate.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door comes with full spare tire hanging off the rear gate.
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Store the removable hard top of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door in the boot.
Store the removable hard top of the 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door in the boot.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door comes with four tow hooks in case you get in too deep off-road.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door comes with four tow hooks in case you get in too deep off-road.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 features dual-locking differentials and lots of off-road information.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 features dual-locking differentials and lots of off-road information.
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The rear seats of the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 can be easily accessed with a seat pull tab.
The rear seats of the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 can be easily accessed with a seat pull tab.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door scrambles over rocks with its 11.5-inch ground clearance and detachable front swaybar.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door scrambles over rocks with its 11.5-inch ground clearance and detachable front swaybar.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 struggled to get up Holly Oaks signature Mt. Magna hill that re-creates obstacles from Utah's legendary Moab trails.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 struggled to get up Holly Oaks signature Mt. Magna hill that re-creates obstacles from Utah's legendary Moab trails.
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The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can go down as well as up with trail crawl assist feature that manages steep grades with a sort of off-road cruise control.
The 2021 Ford Bronco 2-door can go down as well as up with trail crawl assist feature that manages steep grades with a sort of off-road cruise control.
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The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90. Complete with 32-inch spare tire on the rear door.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90. Complete with 32-inch spare tire on the rear door.
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