1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Defender | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |