1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 479 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Eos |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |