1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 861 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
