2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (439 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3001 mm |
