2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |