2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
