2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |