2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |