2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 163 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |